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Patient And Caring Sitter!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am someone you can trust with your loved ones and children. I have experience babysitting and taking care of younger siblings and family members while growing up all my life. I also have had lot of experience and past jobs working and caretaking for individuals with special needs. I am very passionate about helping others and...
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Nanny for Special Needs Full Time or Part Time

Allendale, MI

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I have a little brother, 2 cousins, and an aunt with special needs. I have worked with special needs ranging from autism to cerebral palsy to retts syndrome. I have learned a lot of patience and have had multiple training courses to work with the special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I love this population because I...
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Creative Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Day camp counselor for youth of all ages; CPR certified; experience with youth with special needs; taken child development courses; multiple years of experience with newborns, infants, and toddlers; fan of craft time and going to the park.
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Reliable Childcare Provider With 20+ Years Experience

Allendale, MI

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$22/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
Hi, I'm Cynthia! I'm a dependable, caring mom with years of experience raising children of all ages and working with children in educational and special needs settings. I have experience supporting children with autism, ADHD, developmental disabilities, and behavioral needs, and I'm trained in ABA strategies and CPI...
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Wyoming, MI

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Helping others grow and learn is my true passion, and I am dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of the families I support. With two years of professional experience caring for special needs young adults, and many years of varying babysitting jobs from family and friends, I am confident in my ability to work with...
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Elyse

Allendale, MI

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Elyse, I am 24 years old, and I live in Zeeland. I attended GVSU for 1. 5 years and took classes for child development and elementary Ed. I have been babysitting since I was 12, and have always loved working with kids. January 2022- August 2022, I nannied 2 boys, ages 3 and 1. August 2022- December 2023,...
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Wyoming, MI

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$16/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, independent, very outgoing, but also shy at first. I like caring for people with special needs because they're people and I love helping people, also I like being there for them when a lot of others aren't. I guess I don't really have a reasoning behind it. I started caring for people...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Compassionate childcare and healthcare professional with over five years of experience supporting children of all ages and abilities, including those with autism, ADHD, and other special needs. Certified in CPR/BLS and proficient in pediatric care across medical and private settings. Expertise in educational activity planning,...
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Part Time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hello! My name is Alison. I have over 7 years of professional experience as a special needs caregiver. I have completed CLS course work through Network 180 necessary to become a caregiver, along with yearly renewals of certification. I have experience with Autism, cognitive/developmental delays, Down syndrome and schizophrenia....
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I've Mostly Worked With Child With Special Needs. I Like Working With Younger Children.

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, organized and efficient I like working with kids because I love working with kids. I enjoy being able to be a big kid with kids. Kids are sponges. I'm looking for a job that I can offer daily skills. Help children with speech and programs to help them thrive I started working with...
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Allendale, MI

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a caring, dependable, and experienced childcare provider with 8+ years of experience babysitting and nannying children from 6 months to 12 years old, including experience caring for children with special needs. I enjoy creating a safe, fun, and comfortable environment where kids can learn, play, and feel supported. I'm happy...
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Wyoming, MI

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$12/hr
8 years experience
Hello, my name is Brooklyn and I am 21 years old. I am currently in school studying special education in early Childhood. I have been working with children since I was 11, and began caring for children with disabilities since then. I love working with all children, and am blessed that I am able to have the skills to take care of...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Do you need childcare for a special needs child this summer? I work as a special education paraprofessional at an elementary school during the school year, and am looking for summer work - part time or full time. I also worked at an adult group home in the past. I live in the Forest Hills area. I have 1 year of experience. I...
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Allendale, MI

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is E'Lani I'm a caring and energetic babysitter who truly loves working with children. I'm outgoing helpful, and fun, and I always aim to create a safe and positive environment where kids feel comfortable. Most of my experience comes from caring for my 6-year-old brother who has autism. I've helped him since I was...
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Special Ed Parapro/Teacher-to-be

Sand Lake, MI

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I currently work in the CI classroom at a local Middle School. I have subbed (long term, teacher) in ASD as well. I am currently back in school through the #TEACH program (state of Michigan funded) to earn my teaching certificate in Special Education (k-12). I am CPR/First Aid certified, CPI certified, have my own car, don't...
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Extremely Active, Athletic, And FUN Sitter!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a former collegiate athlete (soccer) and coach for younger premier athletes and have always been passionate about working with kids and helping to develop personalities and interests! I have four years of experience working in special needs classes and five years of experience working as a sitter/nanny for all ages and have...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$19/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have been working with children for over 8 years, and I truly love creating a fun, safe, and positive environment where kids can grow and feel confident. I have over 4 years of experience as a swim instructor, working with children ranging from 4 months to 15 years old. Through swimming lessons, nannying, and babysitting, I've...
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Kelly S.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$13/hr
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
I have a son with special needs that took care of for years and I take care of a special needs young lady for respite care during the week. My dad has dementia, and I took care of him for a while before he moved to the nursing home. I have a lot of love and compassion for people.
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Mary S.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$24/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
I've been working in childcare for over four years, and I've continued in this field because it combines both my passion for working with children and my practical strengths in caring for them. I am certified in First Aid, CPR, and Environmental Emergency Preparedness. I have experience working with children of all ages, from...
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Charity S.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
Hello! I have limited experience in special needs but willing to learn and be an advocate for your loved ones. My many years of nannying and elder care have helped me to become a patient, dependable and supportive person for your care needs.
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